KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

With extensive housing management and policy/service development experience, you will have operated at a senior level for a reputable housing organisation, contributing to their strategic aims.
You will be able to demonstrate an ability to understand housing needs analysis, including areas of specialist need. You will bring skills in understanding and responding to different perspectives and working in a complex environment.
Above all, you will have excellent communication skills, confident in building strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders, politicians, other board members, and development partners to oversee, challenge and drive forward the Department of Infrastructure’s Housing development programme.
This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a major housing initiative and make a lasting impact on the Island’s future.
If you have a passion for social purpose and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

The Department of Infrastructure is seeking dedicated individuals for its new Housing Agency Board to shape the future of affordable housing on the Isle of Man.
Board Members will guide strategy, governance, and development of public sector and new housing, offering independent oversight and expertise to improve delivery and meet the island’s growing need for specialist and affordable homes.
The Department currently owns, manages, and maintains 1,273 units of public sector housing across the island. Future plans include increasing the availability of public sector housing, maintaining the existing property portfolio, improving services, and providing housing that supports independent living.
By offering strategic insight, constructive challenge, and innovative thinking, you will support the Agency’s performance and ensure effective, decision-making at board level. The appointments are for 3 years with an option to renew for up to a further 2 years. Board members will receive reimbursement of costs associated with carrying out their role (subject to agreed activities and rates schedule).

Roles and responsibilities will include:

• Provide expert insight on social housing need, policy development and tenancy management, while upholding the Seven Principles of Life
• To work within the Isle of Man Government’s processes and structure.
• Help drive performance, ensuring compliance with our legal and regulatory obligations.
• Support the Chair and other Board Members in setting the Board’s strategic direction in line with statutory objectives,
• Offer constructive challenge, particularly in areas relating to housing inclusion for potentially marginalised people.
• Help ensure confidence in the Island’s stability and viability among key stakeholders.
• Attend the Housing Agency Board, which will meet circa monthly and other events as required.
• To further the Department’s housing goals, making sure that it keeps within its objectives.
• To scrutinise the leadership and overall performance of the Housing Agency.